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Lemon peel
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 47 kcal —
- Protein 1.5 g 3%
- Carbohydrate 5.4 g 2%
- Fat 0.3 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 11 g 38%
- Sugars 4.2 g —
- Sodium 6 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 3 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 129 mg 143%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.25 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.06 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.08 mg 6%
- Niacin (B3) 0.4 mg 3%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.32 mg 6%
- Vitamin B6 0.17 mg 10%
- Folate (B9) 13 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 8.5 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 134 mg 10%
- Iron 0.8 mg 4%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 12 mg 1%
- Potassium 160 mg 3%
- Zinc 0.25 mg 2%
- Copper 0.09 mg 10%
- Selenium 0.7 µg 1%
- Iodine 0 µg 0%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 47 | 1.5 g | 5.4 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 6 g | 3 | 0.1 g | 0.3 g | 0 g |
| 1 × tsp | 2 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 12 g | 6 | 0.2 g | 0.6 g | 0 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 3 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.2 g | 0 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 18 g | 8 | 0.3 g | 1 g | 0.1 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 24 g | 11 | 0.4 g | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
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Questions about Lemon peel
What is the difference between lemon peel and lemon zest?
Lemon zest is only the thin, coloured outer layer; lemon peel can include the white pith underneath, which tastes bitter. Use a fine grater for zest, or peel in strips with a vegetable peeler when you want larger pieces.
How do you grate lemon peel without getting the bitter white pith?
Wash and dry the lemon, then grate it lightly with a fine grater, turning the fruit as you go. Stop when the coloured layer is gone; pressing hard can catch the pith.
Can you freeze lemon peel?
Yes. Freeze finely grated zest in a small airtight container, or freeze strips in a sealed bag; use it straight from the freezer in baking, sauces or marinades.
How do you make candied lemon peel?
Cut the peel into strips, scrape away most of the pith, then simmer the strips in water until tender. Drain them and simmer in sugar syrup until translucent, then leave to dry on a rack.
What can you use lemon peel for in cooking?
Grated peel adds a fresh citrus aroma to cakes, biscuits, yoghurt, dressings and marinades. Add it to soups, risotto or pasta near the end of cooking so its fragrance stays bright.
Do you need to wash a lemon before using its peel?
Yes: rinse it under running water and scrub the surface with a clean brush, then dry it before grating. If you can, choose lemons sold as suitable for using the peel.
Is lemon peel the same as lemon juice in recipes?
No. Peel gives a fragrant, lightly bitter citrus flavour, while juice adds sharpness and liquid. They are not interchangeable in equal amounts; use zest for aroma and juice for acidity.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 167749 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
